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Belize: Caribbean Reefs & Mayan Culture with Rustic Pathways

$2,795Program Costs
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Program Overview

Belize: Caribbean Reefs & Mayan Culture is an 8‑day teen travel program for high‑school students aged 14–18. Participants explore the jungles, Caribbean reefs, and Mayan cultural heritage of Belize, complete approximately 22 hours of community service, and participate in marine ecology, rainforest adventures, and cultural immersion.

Your adventure begins on the shores of Caye Caulker, where you’l...

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Program Highlights

Snorkel alongside sharks, rays, and sea turtles at the vibrant Hol Chan Marine Reserve and Shark Ray Alley.
Trek through the Belizean jungle with a bush-guide to learn survival skills and spot native wildlife.
Experience the thrill of mammal tracking, then dance to the beat of Kriol drums in a traditional sambai celebration.
Join a bird banding workshop and discover what it’s like to be an ornithologist in the tropics.
Cook authentic Belizean meals using farm-fresh ingredients and explore sustainable living with local communities.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
All Program Activity Costs
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
Guide / Chaperone
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Wifi Costs
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
In-Country Orientation

Exclusions

Travel Insurance
International Airfare

Program Details

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Locations

  • Belize

Types & Subjects

  • Adventure Types
  • Birdwatching
  • Cooking
  • Hiking
  • Nature Tours

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • 2026, 2027

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • High School Junior (3rd Year)
  • High School Senior (4th Year)
  • High School 5th Year or More
  • Some high school, no diploma

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

14-17

Duration

  • 1-2 Weeks

Starts At

  • 8 days: $2,795

Payment Terms

  • Payment Plan
  • Scholarships

Refund Policy

Partial Refund

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Rustic Pathways is right for you if you want to travel in a small group, make new friends, learn alongside local people, and contribute to community service projects.

Rustic Pathways accepts students aged 14 to 18 and accommodates travelers with special dietary, accessibility, and medical needs.

Rustic Pathways is not the best fit for fully independent travelers, budget-only shoppers, or students who need one-to-one attention.

Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2025 - Adventure Travel
GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - Adventure Travel
Communitas Award | Leadership in Community Service and CSR
Travel Weekly Magellan Awards | Best Health & Safety Innovations
International Travel Awards | Best Tour Operator
Skift IDEA Award: Industry Innovators | Tour Operator
Global Youth Travel Awards 2018

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